by sixgun | Aug 28, 2025 | Uncategorized
At Standard Poodles of Forest Lakes, we’re always looking for new ways to support poodle lovers and puppy families. That’s why we’re excited to introduce our newest addition — a Poodle Chatbot, available right on our website. Think of it as your personal guide to... by sixgun | Aug 13, 2025 | Uncategorized
I sat here pondering several recent conversations, and thoughts kept circulating in my head. This post is the product of those late evening thoughts. Hope you learn something from my rambling. 😉 What We Focus on as Breeders – and Why It Matters Breeding is far more... by sixgun | Jul 20, 2025 | Poodle Pulse, breeding, Health
🚫 Why Too Much Rear Angulation in Poodles Is a Problem And why “more” isn’t always better You might notice that some Poodles in the show ring have long, sweeping hind legs that look dramatic or stylish when they’re stacked or moving. At first glance, it can seem... by sixgun | Jul 20, 2025 | Health, Poodle Pulse
Dangers of Collars and Harnesses Both dog collars and harnesses can cause injuries if not used properly, but wide collars and harnesses generally distribute pressure more evenly across more area and reduce the risk of injuries. Collars can lead to neck strain, trachea... by sixgun | Jul 17, 2025 | Uncategorized
🧠 Canine Sex Hormones and the Consequences of Spay/Neuter and Timing Insights from Dr. Michelle Kutzler’s Presentation on Long-Term Health After Spay/Neuter (Gonadectomy) https://www.akc.org/akc-educated-breeder-webinar-series/ Many well-meaning dog owners opt to spay... by sixgun | Jul 14, 2025 | Poodle Pulse, breeding, Health, Poodles
This is a great series from Showsight Magazine! I summarized each segment with links to the original articles. All together, they appear to make up about 82 pages with images (not including the social media comments linked at the bottom of this page). You may also... by sixgun | Jul 8, 2025 | Poodles, breeding, puppies
Why You Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Shop for a Puppy Like a Product One of the most common messages I receive goes something like this: “We’re looking for a puppy—do you have any available?” or “We’d love a cream male—do you have one right... by sixgun | Jul 1, 2025 | titles, Poodle Pulse, Poodles
Dog Show Etiquette Cheat Sheet A Guide for Juniors, New Handlers & Guests Ring & Prep Area Etiquette Be Ready & On Time – Arrive early and be at ringside before your class. Keep It Clean – Pick up after your dog and yourself. Crates, grooming areas, and... by sixgun | Jul 1, 2025 | Uncategorized
by sixgun | Jul 1, 2025 | breeding, Poodles, titles
How Victim Mentality Feeds Cancel Culture in the Dog World Victim mentality is when someone consistently positions themselves as the wronged party—even in situations where they’re not truly being mistreated. When used intentionally, it can: – Deflect...
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